SSC MTS Syllabus 2024 PDF for Paper-I, Revised Exam Pattern

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducts the Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS) examination to recruit candidates for non-technical Group C posts in various central government departments, ministries, and offices. This examination is a golden opportunity for candidates seeking government jobs in clerical and support roles.

The SSC MTS exam consists of two main stages:

• Paper 1 (Computer-Based Test - CBT)
• Physical Efficiency Test (PET)/Physical Standard Test (PST) (only for specific positions requiring physical tasks)

Below is a detailed explanation of the SSC MTS Exam Pattern and Syllabus.

SSC MTS Exam Pattern for Paper-I

The revised SSC MTS Paper-I exam pattern has been released along with the SSC MTS Notification 2024 and is tabulated below.

• The computer based exam will be conducted in 2 sessions.
• Session-I and Session-II and it will be mandatory to attempt both the sessions.
• Not attempting any of the sessions will disqualify the candidate.
• There will be negative marking of 1 mark for each wrong answer in Session 2 while there will be no negative marking in Session 1.

Subject	No. Of Questions	Marks	Duration
Session 1
Numerical and Mathematical Ability	20	60	45 minutes
Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving	20	60
Total	40	120
Session 2
General Awareness	25	75	45 minutes
English Language and Comprehension	25	75
Total	50	150

SSC MTS Syllabus for Paper 1

The SSC MTS Syllabus 2024 for Paper I includes topics from Numerical Ability, Reasoning Ability and Problem Solving, English Language and General Awareness.

SSC MTS Syllabus – Topic Wse
Numerical and Mathematical Ability	Integers and Whole Numbers, LCM and HCF Decimals and Fractions Relationship between numbers Fundamental Arithmetic Operations BODMAS Percentage Ratio and Proportions Work and Time Direct and inverse Proportions Averages Simple Interest Profit and Loss Discount Area and Perimeter of Basic Geometric Figures Distance and Time Lines and Angles Interpretation of simple Graphs and Data Square and Square roots etc.
Reasoning Ability and Problem-Solving	Alpha-Numeric Series Coding and Decoding Analogy Following Directions Similarities and Differences Jumbling Problem Solving and Analysis Nonverbal Reasoning based on diagrams, Age Calculations, Calendar and Clock, etc.
English Language and Comprehension	Spot the error Fill in the blanks Synonyms Antonyms Spelling/detecting mis-spelt words Idioms and Phrases One word substitution Improvement of sentences Comprehension Passage Cloze Test
General Awareness	Current Affairs: National and International importance (last 6 months) Indian History and Culture Geography (India and World) Indian Polity and Constitution Economics and Finance Science and Technology Books and Authors Sports and Awards Important Days and Events

The SSC MTS exam provides an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking a stable government job. To succeed in this exam, candidates should focus on understanding the exam pattern, mastering the syllabus, and practicing regularly. Consistent preparation, time management, and a balanced approach to all subjects will help candidates perform well in the SSC MTS examination.